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Established in 1982, WRI is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization respected globally by policymakers, NGOs, and corporate leaders because of the rigorous quality, balance, and independence of its work. With its think-tank roots, WRI values innovative ideas, working collaboratively, and thinking independently. WRI employees see the results of their hard work and have the satisfaction of making a significant difference in the world.

Currently a $50 million organization with an international staff of approximately 250, WRI works with more than 400 partners in 50 countries. WRI provides objective information and practical proposals for policy and institutional change that foster environmentally sound, socially equitable development.

Description:

WRI’s Climate and Energy Program (CEP) seeks an assertive, detail-orietned , and highly organized individual to support the Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Protocol Objective. The GHG Protocol is the most widely used international accounting tool for government and business leaders to understand, quantify, and manage GHG emissions. It provides the accounting framework for nearly every GHG standard and program worldwide – from the International Standards Organization to the Climate REgistry – as well as hundreds of GHG inventories prepared by individual companies.

This is an excellent position for someone seeking to gain management and administrative experience as well as exposure to GHG accounting and climate change issues. The position requires someone able to work well independently, being adaptable to rapidly changing priorities, and an ability to manage multiple projects with varying deadlines. The Objective Coordinator will provide support to the GHG Protocol team on a variety of administrative and logistical tasks including financial management, events coordination, database management, communications support, and related activities. The Coordinator will report to CEP’s Operation Manager.

Assist in coordinating multi-stakeholder engagement in development of standards and guidance

Help manage and maintain the constituent database, including adding and rvising contacts, updating communications information, and responding to data queries

Serve as a point of contact for internal and external requests for information. Support outreach and communication efforts (e.g. publications, press releases, web development, etc.) in collaboration with GHG Protocol and CEP communications staff and External Relations

Assist with recruiting staff and interns and provide orientation and training as needed.

Qualifications:

At least 1 year of relevant work experience and Bachelor’s degree required.

Experience with or demonstrated aptitude for financial management (non-profit background a plus)

Fluency in English; international experience or a second language is a plus.